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OctoCam

Our giant Pacific octopus has been taken off of exhibit. While the octopus is away, we will have big skates in the tank.

OctoNews

Octopuses are short-lived, and we generally keep them for only a few months before returning them to the ocean, usually when they begin to show signs of senescence (old age). Because of that, we are always looking for live octopus donations from crabbers, fishermen, divers and others who inadvertently catch these curious animals when they climb into their traps or nets in search of food. Contact us if you have an octopus to donate.

Please note: The Octocam view is occasionally cloudy (due to maintenance on the HMSC's seawater systems, for instance) or dark, and we sometimes have to take the cameras down for repair or replacement. If you can't see a good image, please revisit us in a day or two. We may also darken the tank by covering it when the Center is closed, to give the octopus time to rest.

View into the Tank (North Side)

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View into Tank (South Side)

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